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Goldsmiths, University of London: Music
| Institution | Goldsmiths, University of London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Music |
| Web | https://www.gold.ac.uk/ |
| course-info@gold.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7078 5300 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Goldsmiths’ Department of Music has a lively and varied research base, large postgraduate community, active performing tradition, and offers proximity to London’s resources.
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Staff research interests are correspondingly diverse and wide-ranging, and we offer research supervision in many different areas, from composition to performance, sonic arts to popular music. Supervision is available in any of the areas of specialism outlined above or covered by staff research interests.
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You are assigned members of staff qualified to supervise your research throughout your period of registration. Supervision involves regular meetings throughout the period of study and involves the development of an intensive intellectual relationship between you and your supervisor.
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You can study full-time or part-time. The programme normally begins in September, but applications for entry in January and April may be considered.
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Research students are strongly encouraged to contribute to the Department’s research culture. You will have regular opportunities to present papers at seminars and conferences.
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Composers can have pieces performed or recorded by Goldsmiths ensembles, including the Sinfonia, or by the Ensembles-in-Residence.
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Performers are encouraged to take part in departmental concerts, and may audition for concerto appearances.
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You have access to Goldsmiths Graduate School, containing an open-access computer room, a student common room and seminar room for use by postgraduate research students.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a high pass in a taught Masters degree. In exceptional circumstances we will also consider applicants with an undergraduate degree and professional experience equivalent to a Masters degree. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5 to study this programme. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Summary
Goldsmiths’ Department of Music has a lively and varied research base, large postgraduate community, active performing tradition, and offers proximity to London’s resources.
-
Staff research interests are correspondingly diverse and wide-ranging, and we offer research supervision in many different areas, from composition to performance, sonic arts to popular music. Supervision is available in any of the areas of specialism outlined above or covered by staff research interests.
-
You are assigned members of staff qualified to supervise your research throughout your period of registration. Supervision involves regular meetings throughout the period of study and involves the development of an intensive intellectual relationship between you and your supervisor.
-
You can study full-time or part-time. The programme normally begins in September, but applications for entry in January and April may be considered.
-
Research students are strongly encouraged to contribute to the Department’s research culture. You will have regular opportunities to present papers at seminars and conferences.
-
Composers can have pieces performed or recorded by Goldsmiths ensembles, including the Sinfonia, or by the Ensembles-in-Residence.
-
Performers are encouraged to take part in departmental concerts, and may audition for concerto appearances.
-
You have access to Goldsmiths Graduate School, containing an open-access computer room, a student common room and seminar room for use by postgraduate research students.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a high pass in a taught Masters degree. In exceptional circumstances we will also consider applicants with an undergraduate degree and professional experience equivalent to a Masters degree. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5 to study this programme. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Graduate Diploma - Grad Dip
Summary
Why study Graduate Diploma in Music at Goldsmiths This Pre-Masters programme is aimed at postgraduates who need a year to develop their musical skills and academic English.
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You'll have the opportunity to familiarise yourself both with ways of working in British academic culture and in the standards required at Masters degree level.
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You can take it as a self-standing Diploma or as an ideal preparation for further postgraduate study. The Graduate Diploma in Music is designed to lead on to a Masters programme in the Department of Music at Goldsmiths.
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You can choose to specialise in an area of music that interests you, whether it be music performance, composition or musicology.
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If you wish to go on to study either at Goldsmiths or elsewhere in Britain you'll be given help and support in finding an appropriate programme.
| Study type | Taught |
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| Level | RQF Level 6 |
| Entry requirements | You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant/related subject. You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. For this programme we require: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) IELTS 5.5 overall with no component lower than 5.5 |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
Goldsmiths’ Department of Music has a lively and varied research base, large postgraduate community, active performing tradition, and offers proximity to London’s resources.
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Staff research interests are correspondingly diverse and wide-ranging, and we offer research supervision in many different areas, from composition to performance, sonic arts to popular music. Supervision is available in any of the areas of specialism outlined above or covered by staff research interests.
-
You are assigned members of staff qualified to supervise your research throughout your period of registration. Supervision involves regular meetings throughout the period of study and involves the development of an intensive intellectual relationship between you and your supervisor.
-
You can study full-time or part-time. The programme normally begins in September, but applications for entry in January and April may be considered.
-
Research students are strongly encouraged to contribute to the Department’s research culture. You will have regular opportunities to present papers at seminars and conferences.
-
Composers can have pieces performed or recorded by Goldsmiths ensembles, including the Sinfonia, or by the Ensembles-in-Residence.
-
Performers are encouraged to take part in departmental concerts, and may audition for concerto appearances.
-
You have access to Goldsmiths Graduate School, containing an open-access computer room, a student common room and seminar room for use by postgraduate research students.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a high pass in a taught Masters degree. In exceptional circumstances we will also consider applicants with an undergraduate degree and professional experience equivalent to a Masters degree. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5 to study this programme. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Summary
Goldsmiths’ Department of Music has a lively and varied research base, large postgraduate community, active performing tradition, and offers proximity to London’s resources.
-
Staff research interests are correspondingly diverse and wide-ranging, and we offer research supervision in many different areas, from composition to performance, sonic arts to popular music. Supervision is available in any of the areas of specialism outlined above or covered by staff research interests.
-
You are assigned members of staff qualified to supervise your research throughout your period of registration. Supervision involves regular meetings throughout the period of study and involves the development of an intensive intellectual relationship between you and your supervisor.
-
You can study full-time or part-time. The programme normally begins in September, but applications for entry in January and April may be considered.
-
Research students are strongly encouraged to contribute to the Department’s research culture. You will have regular opportunities to present papers at seminars and conferences.
-
Composers can have pieces performed or recorded by Goldsmiths ensembles, including the Sinfonia, or by the Ensembles-in-Residence.
-
Performers are encouraged to take part in departmental concerts, and may audition for concerto appearances.
-
You have access to Goldsmiths Graduate School, containing an open-access computer room, a student common room and seminar room for use by postgraduate research students.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a high pass in a taught Masters degree. In exceptional circumstances we will also consider applicants with an undergraduate degree and professional experience equivalent to a Masters degree. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5 to study this programme. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
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